2022 Kia Sorento — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2022 Kia Sorento

The 2022 Sorento's 2.5L turbo engine pushes 281 horsepower and pairs with an 8-speed automatic that feels immediate off the line, especially in the SX and SX Prestige trims. Owners praise the third-row legroom—genuinely useful for a family road trip where kids don't fight—and the standard 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay works without constant reboots. The ride is planted on highway curves without feeling stiff on potholes.

Common complaints and known issues

The 2022 model year has scattered reports of transmission shudder between 1,500–3,000 RPM at low speeds, typically surfacing around 20k–40k miles; Kia extended warranty coverage for this on some units. Paint peeling on the hood and roof edges shows up by 30k–50k miles in humid climates. Infotainment glitches—screen freezing or losing Bluetooth—appear across the model year but are usually resolved by dealer software updates.

Typical asking price

Under 60k miles: $24,000–$28,500. 60k–100k miles: $20,500–$25,000. Over 100k miles: $16,500–$21,000. Spread driven by trim level (S vs. SX Prestige), service history, accident history, and regional demand; Southern and Western markets run higher due to less weather damage.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.